78 · MT 3/2022 Interview Embraer Defense & Security is the leading aerospace and defence company in Latin America – its products not only important for the region’s armed forces, but also worldwide. The company recently celebrated successes in both Hungary and Portugal with the C-390 Millenium airlifter. In addition to the A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer, the multi-mission KC-390 Millenium transport and tanker, Embraer provides a full range of integrated solutions and applications ranging from C2 and radar to ISR and cyberspace. Systems typically include integrated solutions for information, communications, border monitoring and surveillance, as well as aircraft for VIP transport and special missions. With a growing presence on the global market, Embraer Defense & Security products and solutions are currently in service in over 60 countries. During FIDAE 2022, MilTech had the opportunity to talk to the President & CEO of Embraer Defense & Security, Jackson Schneider. MilTech: How would you describe the company – particularly the ‘system house’ aspect you are presenting here? Schneider: We are showing today the most important products that we have. In the flesh, so to speak, this is the Super Tucano and the C-390 Millennium. We are also presenting Interview conducted by André Forkert in Santiago, Chile. In Defence, We Are Very Keen on UAVs Interview with Jackson Schneider, President & CEO of Embraer Defense & Security Jackson Schneider, President & CEO of Embraer Defense & Security (left), with MilTech correspondent André Forkert during FIDAE 2022 in Santiago de Chile in April. (All photos André Forkert) e The iconic KC-390 Millenium is emblematic of the spirit of enterprise and innovation that imbues Embraer.
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